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"Berlin’s German Resistance Memorial Center, close to Potsdamer Platz, recounts the city’s tales of resistance against the Nazis. The center is in the Bendlerblock, a historic military building where the expansion of the German navy was planned during the reign of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the role of the German army was reassessed during the Weimar Republic. In addition, several of those involved in the July Bomb Plot to murder Adolf Hitler and bring down the Nazi regime in 1944 were executed in the building’s courtyard. Apermanent exhibition, spread across a couple of atmospheric floors, documents the bravery, as well as the diversity, of those who fought against the Nazi dictatorship."

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"Berlin’s German Resistance Memorial Center, close to Potsdamer Platz, recounts the city’s tales of resistance against the Nazis. The center is in the Bendlerblock, a historic military building where the expansion of the German navy was planned during the reign of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the role of the German army was reassessed during the Weimar Republic. In addition, several of those involved in the July Bomb Plot to murder Adolf Hitler and bring down the Nazi regime in 1944 were executed in the building’s courtyard. Apermanent exhibition, spread across a couple of atmospheric floors, documents the bravery, as well as the diversity, of those who fought against the Nazi dictatorship."

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Nicole Herold

Google

An empowering & amazingly curated collection of stories & artifacts from a wide variety of resistance movements. I learned so much. I spent 3 hours absorbed in both the core & special exhibits.

Janet Wakefield

Google

The German Resistance Memorial Museum is free to the public. A somber and formidable exhibition! A potent, powerful reminder of the evil of Nazism unleashed upon humanity. These extraordinary individuals, groups who stood up against the hate and paid with their lives. These sacred stories rise up from their graves as a stark warning to heed in these dark, tumultuous times.

Michael Mack

Google

Historical place and great tribute to those who tried to resist the Nazi’s at the end of the war. Amazing to be able to stand on this ground. Very well preserved as it was on July 20, 1944. Also represented in the movie Operation Valkyrie starring Tom Cruise. They used this very location in the movie. A must see when visiting Berlin, especially those interested in World War II.

Väinö Kauppinen

Google

This is a great place to visit if youre looking for historical museums. There is currently a exhibition of women who against the national socialism. It was also free. Nice and quiet.

Anna Petrenko

Google

Nice modern museum with an amazing permanent exhibition. You will see the big and the details picture of how German people fought against the Nazi rule. It draws a very precise picture of how many different groups there were who stood up against the National Socialism in Germany that days amid the risk of being imprisoned and killed, as it happened with many of them. Liked the part telling about bin Stauffenberg a lot. There are films, audio pieces, and you can have the audio guide. Also, the museum sells amazing books and transcripts of the exhibits that only cost 5-10 euros

Juan Nava

Google

Very detailed museum. I imagine the museum has received increased visitation lately from the success of the film “Valkyrie”. However, there is so much more resistance related content in the museum besides the July 20 operation. It’s amazing to see how much resistance existed to the National Socialism movement and how these brave people didn’t bare the shame but resisted as the saying goes. Lovely and perhaps underrated museum.

Joe Nay

Google

Very well done, thoughtful and respectful museum. A LOT of care and effort went into the permanent displays. I could appreciate the historic building as well from the moment I entered the courtyard. There was a large presentation on the White Rose which I found very educational. This museum is free to enter. Purchases of books etc were very reasonably priced. Highly recommended.

Daniel Seiter

Google

An incredible FREE resource tracing the immortal individuals that opposed Hitler's policies for political/religious/military/human reasons. Free audio tour does an excellent job of setting the scene, then turning you loose to explore photos, original writings, and messages of the dissidents. I highly recommend this memorial and museum.

Nicole Herold

Google

An empowering & amazingly curated collection of stories & artifacts from a wide variety of resistance movements. I learned so much. I spent 3 hours absorbed in both the core & special exhibits.

Janet Wakefield

Google

The German Resistance Memorial Museum is free to the public. A somber and formidable exhibition! A potent, powerful reminder of the evil of Nazism unleashed upon humanity. These extraordinary individuals, groups who stood up against the hate and paid with their lives. These sacred stories rise up from their graves as a stark warning to heed in these dark, tumultuous times.

Michael Mack

Google

Historical place and great tribute to those who tried to resist the Nazi’s at the end of the war. Amazing to be able to stand on this ground. Very well preserved as it was on July 20, 1944. Also represented in the movie Operation Valkyrie starring Tom Cruise. They used this very location in the movie. A must see when visiting Berlin, especially those interested in World War II.

Väinö Kauppinen

Google

This is a great place to visit if youre looking for historical museums. There is currently a exhibition of women who against the national socialism. It was also free. Nice and quiet.

Anna Petrenko

Google

Nice modern museum with an amazing permanent exhibition. You will see the big and the details picture of how German people fought against the Nazi rule. It draws a very precise picture of how many different groups there were who stood up against the National Socialism in Germany that days amid the risk of being imprisoned and killed, as it happened with many of them. Liked the part telling about bin Stauffenberg a lot. There are films, audio pieces, and you can have the audio guide. Also, the museum sells amazing books and transcripts of the exhibits that only cost 5-10 euros

Juan Nava

Google

Very detailed museum. I imagine the museum has received increased visitation lately from the success of the film “Valkyrie”. However, there is so much more resistance related content in the museum besides the July 20 operation. It’s amazing to see how much resistance existed to the National Socialism movement and how these brave people didn’t bare the shame but resisted as the saying goes. Lovely and perhaps underrated museum.

Joe Nay

Google

Very well done, thoughtful and respectful museum. A LOT of care and effort went into the permanent displays. I could appreciate the historic building as well from the moment I entered the courtyard. There was a large presentation on the White Rose which I found very educational. This museum is free to enter. Purchases of books etc were very reasonably priced. Highly recommended.

Daniel Seiter

Google

An incredible FREE resource tracing the immortal individuals that opposed Hitler's policies for political/religious/military/human reasons. Free audio tour does an excellent job of setting the scene, then turning you loose to explore photos, original writings, and messages of the dissidents. I highly recommend this memorial and museum.

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